Multigenerational Youth and Senior Coordinator

Tasks and Responsibilities:
The Southern Gulf Islands Neighborhood House (SGINH) is seeking enthusiastic and driven
Multigenerational Youth and Senior Coordinators. These coordinators will work under the
supervision of a staff member who reports to the Managing Director of the SGINH. This role
involves contributing to both youth and senior programs across the four Southern Gulf Islands.
The selected candidate(s) must have the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and
weekends. This is a hybrid position, primarily remote but with some in-person responsibilities.
Candidates must be based on one of the four islands and should review our website
(https://sginh.ca/) before applying to learn more about our organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Youth Coordination:
● Provide oversight to youth programs as a Youth Engagement Team Leader.
● Coordinate, plan, and train youth volunteers.
● Offer administrative support for youth-focused initiatives.
● Collaborate on website development, social media management, advertising, and
marketing.
● Liaise with other community organizations to enhance youth programming.
● Work alongside diverse team leaders to deliver youth programs.
● Conduct data analysis and asset mapping for youth engagement.
● Assist in grant writing and fundraising to support youth initiatives.
Senior Coordination:
● Collaborate with the Seniors Advisory Committee to develop and refine senior-focused
programs.
● Develop and support various seniors’ activities, ensuring they align with community
needs.
● Coordinate and manage a transportation ride-share program to assist seniors in
attending workshops and activities on Pender Island.
● Provide support for Elder Care Day programs on Mondays, including planning and
logistical assistance.
● Engage seniors in intergenerational activities to foster community connections.
General:
● Ensure alignment between youth and senior programs to maximize multigenerational
engagement.
● Perform other duties as required and appropriate to the role.
Requirements and Skills:
● Familiarity with the Southern Gulf Islands of Pender, Mayne, Galiano, and Saturna.
● Excellent oral and written communication skills, including editing and presentation
capabilities.
● Strong organizational and prioritization skills; administrative aptitude is a bonus.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher.
● Experience with Zoom, Constant Contact, Better Impact, or similar platforms is
advantageous (training provided if needed).
● Comfortable with direct program leadership.
● Creative, self-motivated thinker with the ability to work independently.
● Open to learning, receiving feedback, and adapting to new challenges.
● Capable of working with a diverse range of individuals.
Note: While certain skills are preferred, we encourage applications from individuals with diverse
skill sets. Training will be provided as necessary.

This position is partially funded by Canada Summer Jobs 2025.  Eligible participants must be:

• between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
• Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

International students are not eligible.

Rate of pay is $20 per hour.